Feelings of worth can flourish only in an atmosphere where individual differences are appreciated, mistakes are tolerated, communication is open, and rules are flexible. The kind of atmosphere that is found in a nurturing family.

I would rather be able to appreciate things I can not have than to have things I am not able to appreciate.

The longer I live, the more beautiful life becomes.

Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment until it becomes a memory.

May your troubles be less and your blessings be more.

Be present in all things and thankful for all things.

There is nothing so absurd or ridiculous that has not at some time been said by some philosopher.

The opposite is beneficial; from things that differ comes the fastest fairest attunement; all things are born through strife.

Mistakes are a fact of life. It is the response to error that counts.

In school, you are given the lesson first. One the street, you're given the mistake first and then it's up to you to find the lesson, if you ever find it.

You will make all kinds of mistakes; but as long as you are generous and true, and also fierce, you cannot hurt the world or even seriously distress her.

Sometimes when you innovate, you make mistakes. It is best to admit them quickly, and get on with improving your other innovations.

There will be obstacles. There will be doubters. There will be mistakes. But with hard work, there are no limits.